Miirch Social adds to Soco District scene

Miirch Social, a new Indian concept in Downtown Fullerton in the Soco District, opened several months ago in the middle of a pandemic.

Wait—the Soco District?

Apparently the Soco (South of Commonwealth) District has a handful of notable eateries including Roscoe’s Famous

Deli, Matador Cantina, and J’s Korean Cuisine, and a vibrant nightlife. Miirch is the latest addition to that scene.

The Miirch menu features natural ingredients, fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats to replicate traditional recipes directly from India while adding a global spin.

“At Miirch Social, we have not only taken some of the staples of Indian cuisine, but we have also added flavors and influence from other parts of the world to bring guests a truly unique culinary experience,” said Miirch founder Jesse Singh. “Part of that experience includes the rich and engaging social atmosphere that we strive to cultivate at Miirch.”

Of course, when Miirch first opened, the atmosphere was relegated to takeout and delivery, but now Miirch has opened safely for indoor and patio dining.

Singh said that standout dishes include chicken, lamb, or paneer kathi rolls, masala fries, and a Miirch speciality: Truffle Oil Chicken Tikka, a signature Indian-spiced chicken prepared with a creamy marinade that is roasted in the tandoor oven.

Plant-based options include Vada Pav Sliders—rich mashed potato cakes in bread buns, served with assorted chutneys.

Singh said he chose Downtown Fullerton because the area mirrored the desired ambiance of the concept of socializing. The restaurant boasts a large cartoon style mural of notable Orange County landmarks painted by illustrator and caricaturist Cory Van Leperen.

Miirch: 138 W Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, (714) 519-3501, miirchsocial.com